Los Angeles, USAHo Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Flights from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City

Nonstop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) take about 16h 55m. United Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $497 one-way, nonstop (8 Oct 2026).

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Los Angeles → Ho Chi Minh City flights

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13,130 kmdistance
~16h 55mnonstop
from $497one-way, nonstop, seen 8 Oct 2026
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Route snapshot: Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City

Los Angeles (LAX) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is 13,130 km, about 16h 55m flying nonstop. Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on this route include United Airlines. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $497 with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Oct 2026 — as of 8 Oct 2026.

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Why travelers watch this route

Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $497 with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Oct 2026; with connections it dropped to $340. Checked 8 Oct 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Ho Chi Minh City demand usually strengthens around October – April, which can push fares higher on this corridor.

Who flies it

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares here include United Airlines. More carriers may sell it with a connection.

Airlines flying Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City

Carriers on LAX–SGN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 8 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Best time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City

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Vietnam spans multiple climate zones. Hanoi and the north are best Oct–Apr; Ho Chi Minh City is best Nov–Apr. Da Nang is excellent Feb–Aug. The middle has complex weather patterns.

Peak season: October – April

Direct & Connecting Flights

Nonstop flights link Los Angeles (LAX) and Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), taking about 16h 55m. Connecting itineraries can be cheaper but take longer.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on LAX–SGN was $497 USD (nonstop) as of 8 Oct 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Flights arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN). Best visited during October – April. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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Frequently asked questions — Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City?
A nonstop flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) takes about 16h 55m, covering 13,130 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Los Angeles from Ho Chi Minh City by air?
The great-circle distance between Los Angeles International Airport and Tan Son Nhat International Airport is 13,130 km (8,159 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LAX–SGN route include United Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Los Angeles to Ho Chi Minh City cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LAX–SGN was $497 USD with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 27 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 8 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from USA to Vietnam?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Vietnam visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
Vietnam spans multiple climate zones. Hanoi and the north are best Oct–Apr; Ho Chi Minh City is best Nov–Apr. Da Nang is excellent Feb–Aug. The middle has complex weather patterns.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 8 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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